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Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Review of Restha Scheme
The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment implements a Central Sector Scheme of “Grant-in-Aid to Voluntary and other Organizations working for Scheduled Castes” under which financial assistance is provided to the NGOs for projects related to Education sector to Scheduled Caste students. The Scheme broadly covers 3 types of projects namely  Residential Schools  Non Residential Schools and  Hostels, both for Primary and Secondary Students. During the last three years, the scheme was revised w.e.f. 01.04.2020 for 2020-21 therewith assistance provided for operation and up-gradation costs of already functional/ongoing and new projects of Residential/Non-Residential Schools and Hostels including the project of Hostel for Girls, to eligible Voluntary and other organizations.
The scheme has, further, been revised w.e.f 2021-22 and renamed as Scheme for Residential Education for Students in High Schools in Targeted Areas , which is operated in two Modes.
Under Mode-I of the Scheme, every year a specified number of meritorious SC students in States/UTs, whose parents annual income is up to Rs. 2.5 Lakh, are selected for providing quality residential education in Top-class Private Residential High Schools, including Hostel facilities for SC students at free of cost from class 9th to class 12th. Entire cost of school fee and residential charges including mess charges, ranging from Rs.1 Lakh to 1,35,000/- p.a. for each student, are paid to the Reputed Private Schools by the Department of Social justice and Empowerment. Under Mode-II, ongoing projects of Non-residential schools/Residential Schools/ Hostels of the VOs/NGOs are supported. Components like salary of staff, food items, books and stationary etc. have been dropped from the revised Scheme and unitary cost norm  have been included to make the scheme more transparent, free from manipulation of costs and more beneficiary oriented. Admissible Grant for each project on per SC student basis under Mode- II of SHRESHTA is as under:
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Cost per student limit 
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Residential
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Non residential
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Hostel
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Primary
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35000
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11000
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16000
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Secondary
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55000
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35000
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28000
This information was given by the Minister of State for Social Justice & Empowerment, Shri A. Narayan Swamy in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of ‘5.09% GS 2022’, Auction for Sale  of ‘6.45% GS 2029’, Auction for Sale  of ‘GoI Floating Rate Bond 2031’, and Auction for Sale  of ‘7.19% GS 2060’.
The Government of India has announced the Sale  of  ‘5.09 per cent Government Stock, 2022’ for a notified amount of Rs 3,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘6.45 per cent Government Stock, 2029’ for a notified amount of Rs 9,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘GoI Floating Rate Bonds, 2031’ for a notified amount of Rs 4,000 crore  through price based auction, and  ‘7.19 per cent Government Stock, 2060’ for a notified amount of Rs 5,000 crore  through price based auction. GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to Rs 2,000 crore each against any one or more of the above securities. The auctions will be conducted using multiple price method. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on April 24, 2020 .
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the stocks will be allotted to eligible individuals and Institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on April 24, 2020. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.00 a.m. and the competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and11.30 a.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on April 24, 2020  and payment by successful bidders will be on April 27, 2020 .
The Stocks will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
Ministry of Railways
Newly constructed National Martyr's Memorial unveiled at Jagjivan RPF Academy Lucknow
Names of 1014 martyred RPF personnel from 1957 till date inscribed on the memorial
The newly constructed National Martyr's Memorial and National Museum for Railway Security at Jagjivan RPF Academy Lucknow was unveiled today by Shri Sanjay Chander, Director General Railway Protection Force.
This martyr's memorial is spread over an area of 4800 square meters and on this memorial, the names of 1014 martyred RPF personnel from 1957 till date have been inscribed and tribute has been paid to them on behalf of the RPF.
A visitor to this museum will get a complete glimpse of the history, genesis, achievements, duties and responsibilities of the Railway Protection Force at a glance. The museum is spread over a total area of 9000 sq. ft, with 37 thematic display panels, 11 display cabinets, an info-graphic history of policing, 87 artefacts, 500 pages from the National Archives of India, 36 weapons from a bygone era, 150 railway items related to security, 15 Mannequins of various ranks of the Railway Protection Force, and many other important items are on display.
The motto of this museum is Gyanvardhanayachsanrakshanaya  which constantly inspires RPF to 'promote knowledge and preserve heritage'.
Apart from this, War Trophy T-55 tank which was received from Central Armoured Fighting Vehicle Depot Kirkee, Khadki, Pune and installed in the academy campus, newly constructed Badminton and Lawn Tennis Court, Special Band of RPF were also unveiled by the Director General, Railway Protection Force.
President's Secretariat
President of India donates to Army Hospital on Vijay Diwas
Funds to be used to procure Air Filtering Equipment for Corona Warriors
As a tribute to soldiers who fought valiantly and made supreme sacrifice in the Kargil war, the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind today  presented a cheque of Rs 20 lakh to the Army Hospital , Delhi, to buy equipment that will help doctors and paramedics to combat the Covid-19 pandemic effectively. Today is the 21st anniversary of the Kargil war victory which is celebrated as Vijay Diwas.
The President’s contribution to the Army Hospital has been made possible due to an exercise to economise expenditure in the Rashtrapati Bhavan and thus make more resources available to contain Covid-19. The President had earlier issued directions to reduce expenses by initiating a slew of measures in the Rashtrapati Bhavan. As a sequel to this initiative, he had earlier deferred the proposal to buy a limousine which was to be used for ceremonial occasions.
The contribution from the President to the Army Hospital will be used to procure units of PAPR , which are state-of-art equipment to enable medical professionals breathe during surgeries and protect them from infection. This will serve the larger cause of patients’ care and protection to those warriors who are fighting an invisible enemy.
In his role as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the President’s gesture will boost the morale of the frontline Covid Warriors of the Army Hospital. It will go a long way in providing a safe, conducive environment to them so that they can perform to the best of their ability. It is also hoped that the gesture will inspire other people and organisations to economise expenditure and utilise the savings to aid and support our Covid warriors.
The Army Hospital  is the apex medical care centre for the Armed Forces of India. The Officiating Commandant Maj. Gen. Sarat Chandra Dash was also a participant in OP VIJAY for which he was awarded Yudh Seva Medal. In the prevailing situation, its doctors, nurses and paramedical staff are tirelessly working round the clock and providing the highest quality of medical care at great risk to their own lives.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice-President’s Message to the Nation on the eve of Onam
I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Onam.
Onam is a celebration of unity, harvest and cultural richness, binding communities in a tapestry of traditions.
Celebrated in memory of the legendary King Mahabali, it serves as a poignant reminder of the timeless values of benevolence, compassion and sacrifice. It is also an occasion to honour the tireless efforts of our farming community, and to express gratitude to Mother Nature for her bounty.
May the spirit of Onam bring happiness and prosperity to the lives of all.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Union Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah presented the Tenth Volume of the Report of the Parliamentary Committee on Official Language to the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, in New Delhi.
Shri Amit Shah also had a meaningful discussion with the President of India on optimum use of local languages and the Official Language, Hindi
Under the leadership of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, use of Hindi is very encouraging in the six ministries of the Central Government concerned with the general public
The Union Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah presented the Tenth Volume of the Report of the Parliamentary Committee on Official Language to the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, in New Delhi today. The Minister of State for Home, Shri Ajay Kumar Mishra and Vice Chairman, Parliamentary Committee on Official Language, Shri Bhartrihari Mahtab were also present on the occasion.
Shri Amit Shah also had a meaningful discussion with the President of India on the issue of optimum use of local languages and the Official Language, Hindi. At the same time, the Union Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation informed
the President about the current status of Hindi in the Government of India and said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the use of Hindi in the six ministries of the Central Government concerned with the general public, is very much encouraging. These include the Ministries of Home, Agriculture, Defence, Rural Development and Railways.
Expressing his views on the spread of Hindi, the President of India said that people who are doing good work and publicity of Hindi in non-Hindi speaking states need to be encouraged.
The Tenth Volume of the Report prepared by the Parliamentary Committee on Official Language also comments on the recommendations which were rejected in the previous nine volumes. The main recommendations include strengthening institutions related to Hindi, making it mandatory to choose between Hindi and English in recruitment examinations and taking Hindi to the Supreme Court, etc.
The meeting was attended by convener of the First Sub-Committee, Shri Ramchandra Jangra, co-convener of the First Sub-Committee, Shrirang Appa Barne, convener of the Second Sub-Committee, Smt. Rita Bahuguna Joshi, co-convener, Shri Pradeep Tamta, convener of the Third Sub-Committee, Shri Chirag Paswan and co-convener, Dr. Manoj Rajoria.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
‘Chintan Baithak’ - Ports Review Meeting with Chairpersons of All Major Ports of India Concludes
While Striving to Match International Standards, Indian Ports Should be ‘Smart, Sustainable and Safe’: Shri Mansukh Mandaviya
Minister of State for Shipping , Shri Mansukh Mandaviya chaired three day Ports Review Meeting - ‘Chintan Baithak’ in Mamallapuram, Tamilnadu which concluded today. Chairpersons of all Major Ports of India, senior officials of the Ministry of Shipping, and other officials of Major Ports attended the meeting.
In ‘Chintan Baithak’, detailed contemplation on various matters for improving the performance of the Major Ports, strengthening Major Ports to directly compete with private or non-major ports,port modernisation,implementing e-governance to make ports faceless and paperless, developing India as ‘trans-shipment hub’ and Vision-2030 for Maritime Sector was done.
On the second day of Chintan Baithak , Vice President of India Shri M Vankaiah Naidu interacted and motivated the officials. He said that India needs to develop ports at par with other global ports. A world-class infrastructure at ports is important for India to march from USD 2.5 trillion economy to USD 5 trillion.Shri Naidu remarked that Coastal community development is an essential component of port-led development. There is a need to take care of local communities by providing skills to local youth so that they grab employment opportunities.
During the Chintan Baithak, Shri Mansukh Mandaviya actively interacted with the Chairpersons, Officials and gave a vision of ‘Smart, Sustainable and Safe Ports of India’. Chairpersons of all Major Ports presented their respective Ports Performance with innovative measures , significant achievements , overall financial condition, future planning for the development of Ports. During the Ports Review Meeting, Chairpersons also apprised the Minister of Shipping about the issues in which Ministry level interventions are required.Shri Mandaviya solved various challenges faced by the ports in the meetings and assured all necessary support for the development of Ports. Shri Mandaviya encouraged Ports to implement the best practices followed worldwide in the Maritime Sector.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur launches DD/AIR Transmitters at Hamboting La in Ladakh
Highest altitude transmitters of Prasar Bharati to cover remote & border areas
Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, Union Minister of Information & Broadcasting dedicated to the nation High Power Transmitters of Doordarshan and All India Radio at Hamboting La near Kargil in Ladakh today. The 10 KW transmitters are the highest altitude TV and Radio transmitters in the country, located at the height of 4054 metres  above the mean sea level. The transmitters at Leh are at the altitude of 3501 metres .
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister noted that Hamboting La site is one of the most difficult locations considering the hostile weather conditions and geographical terrain. Shri Anurag Thakur complimented the team of engineers and workers for completing the project in such hostile weather conditions. The range of the transmitters is over 50 Kms in radius. Observing that transmitters would cover a population of about 50,000 in the remote border area of Kargil, Shri Thakur said that the number may look small compared to other parts of the country, but it demonstrates the commitment of Government of India to reach each and every citizen in the border areas.The Minister also announced that the Ladakhi contribution to DD Kashir will be doubled from 30 minutes to one hour daily from 1st Oct 2021.
Shri Thakur said that Border coverage by strong signals of Radio & Television is an important aspect of broadcasting policies of the Government. The Minister said that it is not only required for providing correct information to the people in the sensitive border areas of J&K and Ladakh but also to counter the propaganda from the hostile neighbours. The strengthening of terrestrial coverage in border areas also allows the viewers/listeners to be adequately informed about the country’s policies, news and current affairs and simultaneously be entertained by variety of programmes.
This will also make educational content available for the students in this region through DD and AIR. Through its TV, Radio and digital platforms, Prasar Bharati has been offering various educational contents for school & college students in collaboration with various state education departments and institutions.
Speaking on the occasion Sh. J. T. Namgyal, Member of Parliament from Ladakh said that the new transmitters show the centre’s commitment towards the development of the region.
In order to make TV and Radio channels accessible to common people, Prasar Bharati is making available over 160 TV channels across different genres including news, entertainment, education and 48 Radio Channels free of cost to DD Free Dish households at no monthly fee. The unique free to air model has made DD Free Dish the largest DTH platform with reach to more than 4 Crore households.
Ministry of Finance
Presentation of details under Aatmanirbhar Bharat Package 3.0 to support Indian economy in fight against COVID-19 as announced by Union Finance & Corporate Affairs Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman
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Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Implementation of Scheme for Farmers
Agriculture is a State subject. However, Government of India is implementing a number of Schemes, both Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored, for the benefit of farmers and the agriculture sector as a whole. Beneficiaries are usually selected by State Governments and therefore, details are available with them.
In respect of major Central Sector Schemes, more then 10.69 Crore farmers have been benefited under PM-KISAN Scheme and 21,11,650 number of farmers joined the PM Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana scheme. So far Banks have issued Kisan Credit Cards to 174.96 lakh eligible farmers. Under Crop Insurance Schemes  2902.6 lakh farmer applications were insured and 765.1 lakh farmer applications benefitted since 2016-17 till date.
List of beneficiary oriented Schemes:
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Sub Mission on Agro-Forestry
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Crop Insurance Schemes – PMFBY & RWBCIS
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Interest Subvention Scheme
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Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture 
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National Bamboo Mission 
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Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi 
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Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan yojana 
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Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana 
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Soil Health Management & Soil Health Card
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Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization
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Parampragat Krishi Vikas Yojana 
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Mission Organic Value Chain Development for North Eastern Region 
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National Food Security Mission 
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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana - Per Drop More Crop
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Sub-Mission on Agricultural Extension 
This information was given in a written reply by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Health Minister visits the India Pavilion at EXPO 2020 in Dubai
“We are providing ‘India-made, India-researched’ vaccines world over and helping everybody in getting protected against COVID 19”
Dr. Mandaviya invites Global Investors from EXPO2020 to strengthen Make-in-India
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Chemicals and Fertilisers visited the Indian pavilion at EXPO 2020 in Dubai today and invited global investors from the India Pavilion to invest and strengthen Make-in-India.
Addressing the India Pavilion, the Union Minister said, “Investors have tremendous opportunities in India because it is a strong democratic country, ease of doing business is a big facilitator, and under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the pace of development has increased”. He added that the middle class is expanding, and consumption power is also rising.
Highlighting India’s remarkable fight against COVID-19, the Health Minister said, “India is a world leader in the vaccine manufacturing sector. Two Indian companies have not only done the R&D but manufacturing of the vaccines also in the country. Our vaccine manufacturing capacity is 310 million doses per month and 86% of the eligible population have got the first dose of COVID vaccine while 55% of the population above 18 years of age have got the second dose. This represents India’s strength.”
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya stated that “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has further taken ahead the principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. We are providing ‘India-made, India-researched’ vaccines world over and helping everybody in getting protected against COVID 19”.
Congratulating the organisers of the India Pavilion, Dr Mandaviya said, “The Pavilion showcases India’s rich culture and its 75 years of journey and provides detailed information on its industries and development. With its theme of a New and Self-reliant India, the Pavilion truly showcases the principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam  and the rich cultural heritage of India.”
In a tweet message from the India Pavilion, Dr Mandaviya said, “Met @FICCI_India officials at the #IndiaPavilion of #Expo2020Dubai. Discussed various issues related to pharma & health sector. Modi Govt is relentlessly working towards transforming, strengthening health sector of India & is increasing its strength, self-reliance in the sector.``
Dr Mandaviya also met H.E. Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO, DP World and visited the pavilions of the UAE, the US and Saudi Arabia at EXPO2020.
Ministry of Defence
Fire on MV Kavarathi Ship : Indian Coast Guard saves 624 passengers and 85 Crew members
Indian Coast Guard saves 624 passengers and 85 crew members through the rescue operation due to fire in MV Kavaratti Ship. Indian Coast Guard District HQs Kavaratti immediately swung into action and diverted Coast Guard ship Samarth to render assistance to MV Kavaratti which was stranded due to fire and engine failure.
The ship was on passage to Androth from Kavaratti. A major fire in the engine room of MV Kavaratti with 624 passengers and 85 crew onboard was reported to Coast Guard Maritime Rescue Coordination Center Mumbai by Lakshadweep Development Cooperation limited. The fire was brought under control by the ship staff. The distressed ship was boarded by ICG ship Samarth 30 nautical miles off Kavaratti. Passenger transfer from MV Kavaratti to Samarth was not possible as its shell evacuation door was non-operational. Despite the tonnage of MV Kavaratti being more than that of Coast Guard ship, ICGS Samarth took a call to tow the vessel to Androth considering the safety of the passengers and bringing the ship to safety at the earliest.
Food packets were prepared onboard coast guard ship and was provided to MV Kavaratti crew and passengers. Necessary first aid was also provided. All passengers & crew on board are safe. The ship has arrived at Androth on 2nd December 2021 morning and 274 passengers have disembarked ashore and the remaining 350 passengers were disembarked to MV corals for passage to Kochi.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
216.83 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
13,10,410 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 47,379
Active cases stand at 0.11%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.71%
4,676 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
4,39,67,340
4,043 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
89.20 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 2,95,894 tests conducted in the last 24 hours